Professional Development Instructor Jobs in Washington, DC

University Instructors (UI) is seeking a dynamic Instructor Quality Specialist with a
passion for instructional design, supervision, and coaching for classroom instructors. In
this role, you will work in schools to observe instruction, provide formal instructional
feedback, and ensure that UI instructors deliver high quality instruction to students
receiving special education services in our partner districts. You will observe, provide
feedback to, and coach UI instructors working with students in special education
programs.
University Instructors partners with schools to provide students with purposeful learning
experiences led by inspirational educators. If you are committed to co-creating and
implementing impactful instructional services for school partners to enhance student
achievement and build local talent pipelines, apply now

Formal Observation & Instructional Coaching
Perform on-site formal observations of UI instructors within K-12
classroom/instructional settings
Provide detailed instructional feedback to UI instructors on teaching practices,
lesson delivery, classroom management, and pedagogical approaches
Develop and implement Collaborative Instructional Coaching Plans for UI
instructors and/or school district employees to improve instructional practice
Conduct pre-observation conferences to discuss lesson objectives and postobservation conferences to provide constructive feedback
Serve as the primary instructional coach and pedagogical resource for all UI
instructors
Collaborate with Instructor Support Specialists to implement instructional
coaching cycles
Complete required documentation for school visits, including observation notes
and recommended action items for improvement in instructional design and
delivery
Instructional Problem-Solving & Support
Partner with Instructor Support Specialists to provide instructors with researchbased, pedagogically sound solutions to academic and/or behavioral issues that
arise during instruction
Function as the expert resource in the areas of special education, individualized
education programs, instructional pedagogy, assessment practices, and
classroom management for UI instructors
Guide instructors on implementing instructional best practices, the instructional
cycle, social-emotional learning strategies, and behavior management
techniques
Respond to instructor requests for instructional guidance and pedagogical
support
Professional Development & Training
Create and deliver training and professional development sessions for UI
instructors and/or school district employees focused on instructional excellence,
data analysis, supporting special populations, and other topics as needed
Design professional development that addresses instructional pedagogies,
methodologies, and evidence-based teaching practices
Facilitate ongoing professional learning opportunities to build instructor capacity
in content delivery and student engagement
Tailor training content to align with state accreditation standards and district
instructional expectations
Data Analysis & Instructional Improvement
Analyze student performance data in classrooms led by UI instructors to identify
instructional trends and opportunities for improvement to ensure special
education compliance and advance student achievement
Make data-informed recommendations for changes within the instructional setting
to advance student achievement and collaborate with Instructor Support
Specialists to implement changes
Help instructors use assessment data to inform instructional decisions and
differentiate instruction
Monitor instructional quality trends across the program and recommend systemic
improvements that include the role of the Instructor Quality Specialist in
implementing change
Compliance & Safety
Document and immediately report any safety or compliance concerns shared by
instructors
Ensure instructors understand and follow school and district policies, procedures,
and compliance requirements
Monitor program compliance with contractual requirements and UI policies
Collaborative Communication
Communicate and meet with Instructor Support Specialists to ensure instructors
receive comprehensive support and receive insights that may inform instructional
coaching strategies
Communicate and meet with supervisor to provide updates on instructor
performance, potential issues with program implementation, changes in instructor
assignments that impact program quality, and any concerns including those
received from school administration and staff
Program Quality
Partner with Instructor Support Specialists to monitor the quality of program
implementation on an ongoing basis with a focus on progress toward intended
outcomes
Complete quarterly campus visits to examine program quality based on
established success measures and provide actionable feedback and
recommendations on all campus-based aspects of program implementation
School Partnerships
Maintain a positive rapport with school administration and staff
Attend customer meetings to provide instructional expertise and discuss teaching
quality
Align instructional support with school administration's instructional goals and
expectations
Complete other duties as assigned

We are looking for someone who possesses:
Instructional design and delivery experience in the K-12 setting
Strong understanding of individual education plans (IEPs), including
modifications and accommodations and their connection to student goals and
objectives, and ensuring students in special education programs receive the
appropriate support documented in their IEPs
Administrative experience to include knowledge of and experience completing
the teacher observation cycle
Understanding of collaborative and direct coaching models
Deep knowledge of instructional pedagogies, methodologies, and assessment
practices
Familiarity with state accreditation standards
Effective oral and written communication skills, particularly in providing
constructive instructional feedback
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build coaching relationships with
educators
Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office 365 and Google Workspace)
Excellent time management and organizational skills, including prioritizing,
scheduling, and adapting as necessary
The ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple observation cycles
simultaneously
Strong ability to work both independently with little supervision and
collaboratively as part of a team

$65 Hourly 

University Instructors is an equal opportunity employer